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CONTACT: marketing@skisugar.com
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Sugar Mountain Resort, Inc.
PO Box 369
Banner Elk, NC 28604
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CONTACT: Kim Jochl x262
DATE: Sept 19, 2007
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2007-2008 Special Events
November – end of the season
2007 Spyder Sample Sale
The Sugar Mountain Sports Shop continues to sell all 2007-08 Spyder samples at 30% off retail until it’s gone. Visit the Sports Shop for great buys on all your winter needs.
November 22-25, 2007
Thanksgiving Turkey Treat
Plan to spend your Thanksgiving at Sugar this year. For one low price, you can ski/ride the 4 days of the Thanksgiving weekend, November 22-25, 2007 for just $109. Offer expires Sunday, November 18, 2007 at 5 pm. If you order before Oct. 2, 2007 you pay only $89. Less than $23 a day! If we are not open because of weather, you can ski/ride any 4 non-holiday weekdays throughout the year!
December 2007- March 2008
Nastar
Nastar is a public racing program that provides recreational racers with the opportunity to compare their ability to the fastest member of the US Ski Team. Nastar races are held every Saturday and Sunday at 12 noon on Big Red.
December 7- 9, 2007
Pre-Season Ski/Snowboard Clinic
Three days of nonstop individual instruction and attention from topnotch skiers/snowboarders and instructors.
December 15, January 5, February 9, March 8, Last Day of Season
Live: Boss Hawg
Enjoy the acoustic sounds of North Carolina High Country bluegrass from 4:00-6:00pm.
December 15 & 16, 2007
SugarFest ''07
Equipment demos, giveaways, ice sculpting, bluegrass music by Boss Hawg, fireworks, the Edge of the World/Burton Rail Jam snowboard competition and more. Back again by popular demand – the Extreme Ski/Snowboard Makeover Contest. Two lucky winners will receive everything from goggles and equipment to lift tickets, even free accommodations during SugarFest.
December 15-24, 2007
Santa At Sugar
Santa will be skiing, riding and talking with all the good boys and girls December 15th through December 24th.
December 2007 - End of Season 2008
Snowshoe Guided Tours
A great way to stay fit during the winter months! Snowshoe tours will be offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 3 pm and Saturday at 9am and 3pm. Based on instructor availability, additional tours will be given on demand for groups of 4 to 15. The program includes a 1 hour tour and snowshoe rental. Cost is $20. Adult tours are for 12 years or older. Children’s tours are for 8-11 year olds. Sign up at least 15 minutes prior to your tour time at the Ski/Snowboard School.
December 29 & 30, 2007
USSA Holiday Slalom and Giant Slalom Competition
Slalom and giant slalom races for licensed USSA racers. Juniors 1-6, and Masters. Registration follows USSA procedures. No registrations on race day. 9am start.
December 31, 2007
New Year''s Celebration
A New Year''s Celebration Mountain Style. The general public is invited, free of charge, to the torch light parade and fireworks at midnight. A fee as well reservations for the indoor festivities are required and should be made in early December by calling 828-898-4521 x233.
January 12, 2008
National Winter Trails Day – Winter Feels Good
The 13th annual National Winter Trails Day is coming back to Sugar Mountain Resort. The event offers children and adults new to snow sports the chance to try snowshoeing for FREE. Discover the fun and fitness of snowsports. Snowshoe rental and guided tours are free. Guided tours are available at 9am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm. The program includes a 1 hour tour and snowshoe rental. Adult tours are for 12 years or older. Children’s tours are for 8-11 year olds. Sign up at least 15 minutes prior to your tour time at the Ski/Snowboard School.
January 6, 2008
High Country Junior Race Series Giant Slalom
A Giant Slalom competition for all High Country junior racers. Registration is from 7:30am-8:30am. Race start is 9am on Big Red.
January 8, 2008
Septuagenarian (70 & Older) Party
A party to recognize Sugar''s "Senior Citizen Skiers."
January 12 & 13, 2008
College Race
Slalom & Giant Slalom races for college students. Competitions begin at 9 am.
January 26 & 27, 2008
USSA Slalom and Giant Slalom Competition
Two Slalom and two giant slalom races for licensed USSA racers. Juniors 1-6, and Masters. Registration follows USSA procedures. No registrations on race day. 9am start.
February 23 & 24, 2008
Crescent Ski Council Competition
Slalom & Giant Slalom competitions for Crescent Ski Council members. Competitions begin at 9 am.
February 24, 2008
Sugar Bear''s Birthday Celebration
A day celebrating Sugar Mountain''s resident mascot, Sugar Bear. Activities include The Great Bear Race with some of Sugar Bear''s friends, the Fun Course for kids to test their skills, special treats, cake and ice cream.
February 28, 2008 until it’s gone
Back Again! Spyder 2008-2009 Sample Sale
The 2008-09 Spyder line samples are available in late February only at Sugar Mountain Resort. Quantities and sizes are limited, so come early. Prices (30% off retail) you won''t find anywhere else! Spyder is the World''s leading winter apparel line.
March 1, 2008
Richard T. Trundy Memorial Sugar Cup Competition
A giant slalom competition for participants with at least an intermediate or above ability level. Proceeds go to the American Cancer Society in memory of Sugar Mountain''s former Director of Operations, Richard T. Trundy.
March 3, 2008
March Madness
Beginning March 3, 2008 and running through the end of the season, Sugar offers up to 25% savings on lift tickets, rental equipment, and lessons. Restrictions apply.
March 23, 2008
Easter Egg Hunt
Dress up in your Easter costume and come join Sugar Bear and Sweetie Bear on the slopes in search of prize filled eggs. There may even be an egg containing a season pass! Valid lift/slope tickets or passes are required for participation.
May-October 2008
Hiking & Biking Trails Open
July 3 – August 31, 2008
Weekend Scenic Lift Rides
Lift rides are available every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am until 5:30 pm. Bring the whole family, a picnic lunch, your mountain bike, or just a friend and enjoy a breathtaking 45 minute roundtrip lift-ride to Sugar 5,300 foot peak. The majestic scenery is worth it. Special weekday lift ride dates include Thursday, July 3rd and Friday, July 4th.
July 3-6, 2008
4th of July Celebration and Showdown at Sugar National Mountain Bike Series Event (NMBS)
Sugar Mountain Resort and the Village of Sugar Mountain Tourism Development Authority (TDA) host an eventful 4th of July celebration weekend July 3-6, 2008. International elite level mountain bike racing returns to the North Carolina mountains for Sugar’s first-ever 4th of July celebration. The Showdown at Sugar, a long-established Eastern US event, is now in its 15th year as one of eight stops on the US National Mountain Bike Series tour. Fireworks, day and evening lift rides, plenty of spectacular competition along with kid’s fun races, an expo center, food and drink, cool schwag, and live entertainment are some of the events planned this 4th of July weekend. All levels of competitors are encouraged to compete and spectators always make the event more fun.
October 11, 2008
Oktoberfest
Enjoy Oktoberfest in the North Carolina Mountains featuring German music, food, & beverages; children''s activities, local & regional crafts, lift rides and much more.
For additional details or the latest schedule of events please check our website www.skisugar.com or call 800-sugarmt or email us at events@skisugar.com. Event details subject to change due to weather and other variables.
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Archived Press Releases
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September 1, 2010 |
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Oktoberfest Fun For The Whole Family At Sugar Mountain Resort |
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June 14, 2010 |
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Fifty Percent Off Everything At Sugar Mountain Sports |
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April 19, 2010 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort's Summer Season Begins Friday, May 1, 2010 |
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March 8, 2010 |
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Easter Egg Hunt On The Slopes Of Sugar Mountain Resort |
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February 23, 2010 |
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March Madness Rates At Sugar Mountain Resort |
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February 22, 2010 |
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Benefit The American Cancer Society |
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December 1, 2009 |
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SugarFest |
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November 27, 2009 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort Begins Its 40th Season |
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November 24, 2009 |
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Ice Skating At Sugar Mountain Resort Opens Thanksgiving Day |
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November 9, 2009 |
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1992 Olympic Silver Medalist Paul Wylie Will Skate At Sugar Mountain Resort |
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October 20, 2009 |
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It's Great To Be 40! |
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September 28, 2009 |
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Fifty Percent Off Sale On Select Items During Oktoberfest |
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September 1, 2009 |
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Celebrate Two-Days Of Oktoberfest |
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June 16, 2009 |
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Fifty Percent off Everything at Sugar Mountain Sports |
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April 27, 2009 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort's Summer Season Begins |
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March 2, 2009 |
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Easter Egg Hunt On The Slopes Of Sugar Mountain Resort |
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February 19, 2009 |
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March Madness Begins March 9, 2009! |
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December 23, 2008 |
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National Winter Trails Day Comes Back To Sugar Mountain Resort |
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December 3, 2008 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort Hosts The Sixth Annual Sugarfest |
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November 17, 2008 |
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Boone Man First To Ski Sugar Mountain This Season |
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November 16, 2008 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort Opens For Skiing And Snowboarding |
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September 30, 2008 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort Looks Forward To Another Exciting Winter Season |
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September 29, 2008 |
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Olympic Medalist, Diann Roffe Comes To Sugar Mountain Resort |
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September 22, 2008 |
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Special Event Line-Up At Sugar Mountain Resort |
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August 22, 2008 |
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Two-Day Oktoberfest Celebration |
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May 29, 2008 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort's Summer Season |
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March 24, 2008 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort's 2007-2008 Winter Season Comes To An End |
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March 24, 2008 |
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Easter Egg Hunt On The Slopes Of Sugar Mountain Ski Resort |
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March 10, 2008 |
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Easter Egg Hunt On The Slopes Of Sugar Mountain Resort |
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February 29, 2008 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort's March Madness Begins Monday, March 3rd |
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February 26, 2008 |
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U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole Visited Sugar Mountain Ski Resort |
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February 22, 2008 |
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U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole Will Visit Sugar Mountain Ski Resort |
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February 19, 2008 |
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Richard T. Trundy Memorial Sugar Cup |
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December 29, 2007 |
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Sugar Mountain Hosts Winter Trails Day |
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December 18, 2007 |
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Olympian, AJ Kitt Skis At Sugar This Friday |
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December 8, 2007 |
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Ice Skating Opens Today! |
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November 19, 2007 |
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Fifth Annual Sugarfest |
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November 7, 2007 |
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Early Opening for Skiing and Snowboarding |
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October 18, 2007 |
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2007 Ski and Snowboard Makeover Winners |
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September 19, 2007 |
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2007-2008 Special Events |
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September 10, 2007 |
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Ice Skating At Sugar Mountain Resort! |
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September 6, 2007 |
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Oktoberfest At Sugar Mountain Resort |
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July 6, 2007 |
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Sugar Mountain Resort Goes National Again |
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